Margaux, Bordeaux, France - Cantenac Brown created the BriO label in 2001 to express the more modern aspects of the winery. A full body wine, with floral and strawberry notes

BriO de Cantenac Brown is a unique second wine in the sense that it has its own, distinctive identity.  The purpose of this wine from the legendary Third Growth, Chateau Cantenac brown is more for sharing and enjoying casually with friends instead of being relegated to refining the grand vin.  BriO de Cantenac Brown is delicate, fresh, and has plenty of charm thanks to the viticultural talents of José Sanfins. 

Château Cantenac Brown’s story begins with the well-known Scottish animal painter, John Lewis Brown, who purchased the estate in the 19th Century.  He decided to change the architecture of the property to a Tudor Mansion, and thus the iconic red brick façade was built.  The property changed hands several times both before and after it was ranked as a Third Growth Estate in 1855.  This could have been due to a variety of reasons, including the fact that Château Boyd Cantenac was situated in a part of Cantenac that has produced traditionally hard, tannic wines.  It was owned by Remy Martin, AXA – the owners of Château Pichon Baron, and the Halabi family.  In 2019, the estate was acquired by the Le Lous family, who own the property today. They are incredibly passionate about Château Canteanc Brown, and they believe they can take the estate to new heights in terms of quality.